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Videoconference

When choosing a videoconference solution, consider the group's communication needs.

All institutional computers are duly equipped for videoconferences using the solutions presented below. They support all features with total logistical and operational autonomy.

Microsoft® Teams

Classes, meetings, tasks, files, and collaboration in just one place.

Microsoft® Teams is part of a service package in Microsoft® Office® 365 at U.Porto.

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Skype

A great solution for informal communication without specific requirements. Skype includes features such as screen sharing, file sharing, 1-to-1 chat and instant messaging. It is also a good option for informal video or audio calls.

Skype is installed on all institutional computers since it is integrated into the Windows operating system. You can also use the Web version of Skype.

To start a video conference, Skype only requires the address of the person you wish to talk to and a laptop.

Zoom (Colibri)

Zoom is designed to ensure collaboration through an integrated system that includes web conferences, group messaging and online meetings. One of its features is the management of breakout sessions (segmentation of participants into subgroups) and the creation of a URL for individual connections. This enables service configuration according to the requirements of each case. It is also possible to create interactions between the speaker and the participants by using the virtual hand raise. The organiser is able to manage the sound and presentations. The chat option may be used to ensure a collaborative environment.

Colibri, a Web collaboration service for remote classes and meetings available on the Zoom platform, is offered by FCCN to its RCTS community.

Colibri is available:

  • as a desktop application for Windows, Mac or Linux;
  • as a mobile application for iOS or Android;
  • in rooms equipped with the H.323/SIP system.

If you are a student:

  1. visit Colibri – Remote collaboration;
  2. select the "Enter" option on the top right corner of the screen[ 1 ];
  3. authenticate yourself using Institutional Authentication (AAI);
  4. follow the remaining instructions provided by the site.

If you are a lecturer or staff member:

  1. visit Colibri – Remote collaboration;
  2. select the "Enter" option on the top right corner of the screen[ 1 ];
  3. authenticate yourself using Institutional Authentication (AAI);
  4. choose the Pro service – only one of the meeting promoters needs to choose the Pro service. The remaining participants can join the meeting using the link provided by the promoter;
  5. follow the remaining instructions provided by the site.

Notes

  1. You can also install Zoom client on your computer. In order to do this, select the "Downloads" option and then "Zoom Client for Meetings".

More information:

IT Support Unit
Email:
[email protected]